The only midweek farmers market in the Columbus area opens for the season Wednesday.
The Cummins Midweek Farmers Market, which has operated since 2010 and opens for the season Wednesday, is open to the public — although confusion in the marketplace has held down the number of shoppers, manager Carolyn Kissel said.
It will operate at the Irwin Plaza, 500 Washington St., from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. every Wednesday through Oct. 10.
Cummins has other markets that are exclusive to employees, but this one isn’t one of them, she said.
The market is part of a larger push toward environmental sustainability, Kissel said. The food sold at the market comes from farmers within 25 miles of Columbus.
Seasonal fruits and vegetables will be sold at the midweek market, in addition to a variety of meats including beef, chicken and lamb. Desserts made from the produce, such as pie or jam, will also be available.
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